Even if you’ve purchased homes in the past, buying Atlanta real estate that is in foreclosure or has already been repossessed by the bank (REO or “real estate owned” property) is a different process. For one thing, you can put a financing contingency on a regular sales contract. Not so much with a foreclosure. If you’re buying a home from a[...]
In an effort to lighten the load on the wallets of Georgians everywhere, Governor Nathan Deal has pulled the plug on a 1.6-cent per gallon sales tax hike. The price increase would have gone into effect on July 1, 2011. This is either a brilliant move by Deal to gain some much-needed popularity or an even more brilliant legislative version[...]
About Sales, Inc. welcomes Jason P. Janssen as the new vice president of sales for the innovative real estate sales and marketing company. Janssen has more than 15 years of experience in the real estate industry, starting as a sales person and working himself up to sales management positions with major national home builders. “Jason has been a top performer with an[...]
By now, you know that Mr. Steam provides residential steam generators for home spas. But did you know that the company also makes towel warmers? It makes sense, doesn’t it? After all, your relaxation shouldn’t have to end the minute you step out of the steam room. Mr. Steam offers towel warmers in two varieties: Electric heated towel warmers have a[...]
Heatherton is a one-of-a-kind community in Historic Roswell/North Fulton from Monte Hewett Homes. It combines sophisticated manor homes, elegant courtyard homes and grand three-story townhomes. No matter what you’re searching for, you’ll find it here. Manor homes have architecture with Shaker, Colonial Revival and Williamsburg influences. Each one is accessed via a rear-entry garage. You’ll love the design of the kitchens,[...]
Thursday, I had the pleasure of taking a bus down with other GAHBA members to tour Serenbe, a lush oasis of greenspace and sustainable development. There is so much to see and do at Serenbe that this post is a mere glimpse at life in this thriving community near Palmetto. Our tour began with a brief ride past the inn, which[...]
How is today’s Atlanta housing market different for first-time buyers? Do you really need to prepare for homeownership differently than you did, say, 5 years ago? When trying to decide if now’s the time to buy, many first time homebuyers wonder how much money it will take to get in the door. To get the best monthly mortgage payments, Glink says[...]
What is your favorite type of lighting? Choices on the market today include incandescent, fluorescent, LED (light emitting diodes) or HID (high-intensity discharge). These lighting choices offer a wide range of colors and solutions, not to mention they create a wide array of lighting trends. All of that aside, chances are you answered incandescent. Right? Most Atlanta homeowners prefer the[...]
Last semester my friend’s mom flew down from New York for a college visit. The mother/daughter pair toured campus, met the boyfriend and even had time to see the Tallahassee sights like the football stadium, the capitol building and the football stadium. My friend called me two days into the visit needing something…anything to keep mom occupied. I had a[...]
Some people want to put the past behind them, while others never tire of reliving the "good old days." According to some stories in the news this week, it seems people from both groups have a penchant for Atlanta real estate. If you find yourself visiting downtown Cedartown, Ga., this week, don't be alarmed by any sudden change in scenery. No,[...]